Parents, grief is one of those tough topics that so many of us struggle with — how do we help our children when they lose a loved one, a pet, or even go through big life changes like divorce?

In this episode of the Pumped Up Parenting Podcast, I’m talking with Dr. Jerry L. Woodbridge, an award-winning Christian author, grief advocate, and lifelong educator, about how we can guide our kids through these hard moments with honesty, love, and faith.

Dr. Jerry shares her own journey of loss, what she learned as both a mom and a teacher, and how her book Joy Overcame Sorrow gives kids and parents a safe way to explore grief together. You’ll hear about the power of storytelling, journaling, memory boxes, and most of all—being real with our children so they feel safe sharing their feelings.

This conversation is full of hope, tools, and encouragement for every parent. Because yes, grief hurts, but it also comes from love. And with the right support, kids can learn to carry both sorrow and joy in their hearts.

Get Dr. Jerry’s book Joy Overcame Sorrow (and her other books) on Amazon or through her website: DrJerryLWoodbridge.com

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Are you ready to STOP YELLING AT YOUR CHILD in just 21 Days? Join my newest program at low introductory pricing... go to ⁠QUITYELLING.COM

⁠1. Need more help? Let's grab some coffee or tea and talk. Go to TalkWithCelia.com and choose the time that works for you.

2. Looking for a manual for parenting your child (now in English & Spanish)? It's finally here and you can grab your copy of my latest parenting & children’s books today!

3. Become a Member of my TRANQUILITY TRIBE and STOP YELLING Once & For All.

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5. Looking to be part of a fun free and informative FB community (without all the bitching)?... join us in Pumped Up Parenting

6. Love YouTube? Do you know there are lots of parenting videos, story time videos for you and your kids, as well as some great family workout videos? All on Pumped Up Parenting with Celia Kibler

7. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok

8. Join me on my newest platform PEANUT: Connecting women across fertility & motherhood

9. Get my parenting worksheet and other resources at PumpedUpParenting.Etsy.com

10. Join us on ⁠THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CALM⁠, watch the full replay on our YouTube Channel @DayofCalm

Take the Pledge, Support our Mission of the Day of Calm Foundation to SOOTHE THE ANGER & RAGE AT THE HUMAN CORE as we work to end senseless violence against our kids.

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Parenting is never perfectly balanced, and sometimes it is not even close.

In this heart-opening conversation, I sit down with Daryl Potter, a dad and author who raised two kids on very different paths: one with complex medical needs and one who still needed his own place in the spotlight.

You will hear how his family navigated daily medical crises and palliative care while keeping his son seen, secure, and deeply loved.

We talk about simple habits that change everything. Schedule real one-on-one time. Take your kids on date nights even when life feels chaotic. Keep small promises that matter, like a nightly thirty-minute game session even if video games are not your thing. These tiny rituals add up to a confident, connected child who knows they are special on their own.

When family support fell through, Daryl and his wife built a chosen family and created a new kind of vacation rhythm so each parent could rest while their daughter received the care she needed.

Their story models kindness, commitment, flexibility, and courage for kids and adults alike. Press play for perspective and practical steps you can use tonight.

Connect with Daryl: Visit darylpotter.com for his books and more ways to get in touch.

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Are you ready to STOP YELLING AT YOUR CHILD in just 21 Days? Join my newest program at low introductory pricing... go to ⁠QUITYELLING.COM

⁠1. Need more help? Let's grab some coffee or tea and talk. Go to TalkWithCelia.com and choose the time that works for you.

2. Looking for a manual for parenting your child (now in English & Spanish)? It's finally here and you can grab your copy of my latest parenting & children’s books today!

3. Become a Member of my TRANQUILITY TRIBE and STOP YELLING Once & For All.

4. Read my latest article to find out how to stop yelling... https://celiaArticle.com

5. Looking to be part of a fun free and informative FB community (without all the bitching)?... join us in Pumped Up Parenting

6. Love YouTube? Do you know there are lots of parenting videos, story time videos for you and your kids, as well as some great family workout videos? All on Pumped Up Parenting with Celia Kibler

7. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok

8. Join me on my newest platform PEANUT: Connecting women across fertility & motherhood

9. Get my parenting worksheet and other resources at PumpedUpParenting.Etsy.com

10. Join us on ⁠THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CALM⁠, watch the full replay on our YouTube Channel @DayofCalm

Take the Pledge, Support our Mission of the Day of Calm Foundation to SOOTHE THE ANGER & RAGE AT THE HUMAN CORE as we work to end senseless violence against our kids.

Support our school in Uganda, Share the Day, Attend a Calm Class or Parenting Class and feel great!

When we hit, threaten, or shout, we don’t teach respect — we teach fear.

In this straight-talking episode, I dismantle the myth that spanking “toughens kids up” and show you what actually builds strong, respectful humans: calm leadership, clear limits, and consistent follow-through.

If you’ve ever wondered why the yelling keeps coming back after a spanking, this will connect the dots — and give you a better way.

We’ll get practical: how to swap punishment for real-world consequences, how to set age-appropriate expectations, and how to give specific directions kids can actually follow (goodbye, vague “Be good”; hello, “Put the cars in the bucket”).

You’ll hear why modeling matters. If we hit, we’re teaching hitting and how kindness plus firm boundaries raises confident, capable kids (not “soft” ones).

You are not stuck with the way you were raised.

You can be the calm leader your child needs — respected without fear, heard without yelling, and loved without conditions.

I believe in you, and your kids will feel the difference.

Ready to practice what you’ve learned?
Join my 21 Days Stop Yelling Challenge! Simple daily steps to break the cycle and build a peaceful, respectful home. Start today at quityelling.com

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Are you ready to STOP YELLING AT YOUR CHILD in just 21 Days? Join my newest program at low introductory pricing... go to ⁠QUITYELLING.COM

⁠1. Need more help? Let's grab some coffee or tea and talk. Go to TalkWithCelia.com and choose the time that works for you.

2. Looking for a manual for parenting your child (now in English & Spanish)? It's finally here and you can grab your copy of my latest parenting & children’s books today!

3. Become a Member of my TRANQUILITY TRIBE and STOP YELLING Once & For All.

4. Read my latest article to find out how to stop yelling... https://celiaArticle.com

5. Looking to be part of a fun free and informative FB community (without all the bitching)?... join us in Pumped Up Parenting

6. Love YouTube? Do you know there are lots of parenting videos, story time videos for you and your kids, as well as some great family workout videos? All on Pumped Up Parenting with Celia Kibler

7. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok

8. Join me on my newest platform PEANUT: Connecting women across fertility & motherhood

9. Get my parenting worksheet and other resources at PumpedUpParenting.Etsy.com

10. Join us on ⁠THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CALM⁠, watch the full replay on our YouTube Channel @DayofCalm

Take the Pledge, Support our Mission of the Day of Calm Foundation to SOOTHE THE ANGER & RAGE AT THE HUMAN CORE as we work to end senseless violence against our kids.

Support our school in Uganda, Share the Day, Attend a Calm Class or Parenting Class and feel great!